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June 2011

Hello Summer  

 

beachAre you already "busy" dreaming of your summer holiday destination?  

 

Even if YOU are disciplined and focused on your business, the reality is that many of your current and  potential clients may have already "checked out".   

 

The WBII 300% Club members are acutely aware of the seasonal impacts on their business cycle. Being reminded of these looming eventualities in twice monthly meetings along with "gentle", steady pressure to create and follow through on sales strategies sums up the fun of the 300% Club.

 

While not exactly designed to be fun, the 300% Club is an effective mix of accountability and inspiration and I'd like to take this opportunity to commend those members who have stuck with it, keep showing up, and doing the  "work" to reach their targets!    

 

Here at the WBII we are very pleased to see so many WBII members have sprung into action to help make the WBII more financially sustainable. Natalie Carstens shared her " trade secrets" last night in a very popular Photography Master Class, organized by Katherine Fortier and Colleen Reichrath-Smith, all proceeds to the WBII. Lisa Hall and Katie Miller are busy launching the exciting new calendar project mentioned below.

 

Want something done? Ask the busiest woman you know! 

 

Success,

Suzy

New 2012 International Community Calendar 

calendar_wbiiThe year 2012 is the Year of the Dragon according to the Chinese calendar. Eastern tradition views dragons as symbols of prosperity, bravery, power and good fortune.

The WBII is excited to introduce the first annual 2012 WBII International Community Calendar. WBII Members, local businesses, school holidays and resources for Expats will be featured.

Choosing a dragon theme fits perfectly as we also strive to be fearless and ambitious in our business endeavors.

We invite you to show your support for the international community by becoming a sponsor of the calendar.

Sponsor opportunities and pricing ... 
  
Meet WBII member Micheline Gyomorei

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Micheline has been working as a real estate agent for more than 21 years, and in 2001 established Duttendael Makelaardij (Duttendael Real Estate) in The Hague. Duttendael Makelaardij provides  personalized realty services, as well as brokerage services for mortgages.

Read more...

 

WBII Networking Event 23 June

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Pitch Your Business

The May Networking Event was a great opportunity to practice your pitch and get peer feedback. Now at the June Networking Evening, you will have the opportunity to take the floor and publicly pitch your business. This is a great way to clarify to the WBII Community exactly what you do and for which type of clients.

Read more...

 

Further protection for expats against unjust dismissal
  
godelijnIn Holland an employee who has an indefinite contract can not be dismissed without the prior approval of a sub district court and / or the so called UWV Werkbedrijf. An employer must therefore file for dismissal.
  
Flex Work at the WBII

office wbiiCan you imagine relocating your office to the Nassauplein in The Hague for only 200 euros per month? (Another WBII baby boom, means there are 2 workplaces available)

Shared Worksapces
€ 200,- Monday - Friday 9.00 - 17.00, fixed desk, Monthly rate
€  60,- One day per week, Monthly rate

Meeting room - up to 8 people Monday - Friday
€ 55,- half day: morning 9.00 - 12.30, afternoon 13.30 - 17.00
€  15,- per hour (up to 3 people) € 20,- per hour (up to 8 people)

*Member prices, ex VAT.
Non-member prices available for meeting room reservations.

Contact the office for more details or reserve a room online.

 

In This Issue
WBII 2012 Calendar
Meet WBII member Micheline Gyomorei
WBII Networking Event 23 June
Further protection for expats against unjust dismissal
Flex Work at the WBII.
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The WBII was a finalist of the Expat Service Provider of the Year 2011.  Read more...   

Upcoming Events

WBII Master Class: how to take a good picture
Monday, 20 June 2011

WBII Computer Skills Helpdesk
Tuesday, 21 June 2011

One Page Business Plan - Part 2 Suzy Oge
Tuesday, 21 June 2011

WBII Networking Evening
Thursday, 23 June 2011

WBII Blog Lunch
Friday, 24 June 2011

300% Club
Monday, 4 July 2011

WBII Sales Track
Monday, 4 July 2011

WBII Social Media Summer Camp
Monday, 4 July 2011

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The WBII is proud to bring CRAVE to The Hague!  We are currently searching for women-owned businesses to feature in our upcoming guide. Read more... word!

 

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